Old Sheffield Plate Salver Waiter's Tray - Circa 1810
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Condition Good, with age and usage marks. Slightly dented top rim in places.
The Old Sheffield Plate Salver Waiter's Tray, dating back to circa 1810, is a silver-plated item with a diameter of 200mm, a height of 30mm, and a weight of 348g. The salver features simple concentric lines around the rim, and its centre is plain, with a basic cartouche at the very centre. There is no discernible maker's branding.
This salver shows visible marks from both age and usage, with slight dents on the top rim in various places. The absence of excessive ornamentation and a distinctive maker's mark suggests a practical and functional design typical of the Regency era.
Manufactured using the Old Sheffield Plate technique, this salver fused a thin layer of silver onto a copper or brass base, mimicking the appearance of solid silver. This cost-effective method gained popularity in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The minimalist design, including the concentric lines on the rim and the plain center, reflects the aesthetic of the Regency era.
Despite its worn condition, this Old Sheffield Plate Salver Waiter's Tray stands as a tangible artifact, embodying the craftsmanship and functional elegance of silver-plated items from the early 19th century.
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